Question How to transfer all messages including attachments from iphone to android?

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I've tried transferring all my text messages including attachments like photos and videos from iphone 15 to S25. Samsung smart switch misses some random messages and doesn't transfer imessage images.
 
Did we ask Google (Gemini) and try those suggestions?

This is what Gemini says when I ask, can you transfer imessage media and texts from iphone to my new android?

Yes, it is possible to transfer iMessage media and texts from an iPhone to a new Android device. The process involves using a cable connection and the "Switch to Android" app, or a third-party tool like Samsung Smart Switch. You'll also need to disable iMessage on your old iPhone to ensure you receive messages on your new Android. [1, 1, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 6, 7]
Detailed Steps:

  1. Prepare your devices:
    • Ensure both your iPhone and new Android phone are charged and connected to Wi-Fi. [4, 8]
    • Turn off FaceTime and iMessage on your iPhone (Settings > Messages > iMessage). [4, 5]
    • If you have a Samsung device, download and install the Smart Switch app. [4, 9]
  2. Connect the devices:
    • Use a cable (Lightning to USB-C or USB-C to USB-C) to connect your iPhone and Android phone. [2, 4]
    • If you don't have a compatible cable, you can use an adapter. [4, 8]
    • Alternatively, you can use the "Switch to Android" app for a wireless transfer. [4, 8]
  3. Transfer data:
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to select the data you want to transfer, including messages, photos, and other files. [1, 4]
    • If you're using Samsung Smart Switch, select "iPhone/iPad" as the source and sign in to your iCloud account. [10]
    • Initiate the transfer process and wait for it to complete. [4, 10]
  4. Post-transfer:
    • After the transfer is complete, disconnect the devices. [3, 4]
    • On your iPhone, you may need to deregister iMessage to receive texts from other iPhones (Settings > Messages > iMessage, then turn it off). [4, 5]
    • You can now use your new Android phone with your transferred data. [3, 4]
Important Notes:
  • iMessage: Ensure you disable iMessage on your iPhone to avoid issues with receiving messages on your Android. [4, 4, 5, 5]
  • Cable Connection: Using a cable generally provides a more reliable and faster transfer compared to wireless methods. [4, 4, 11, 11, 12, 13, 14]
  • Third-Party Apps: While Samsung Smart Switch is a popular option for Samsung devices, other third-party apps like FonePaw DoTrans also offer data transfer solutions. [3, 3, 15, 15]
  • WhatsApp: If you use WhatsApp, you'll need to use a separate process to transfer your chat history. [1, 1, 16, 16, 17, 18]
 
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